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Upsticks Spain – What is IBI?

Those of you who already own a home in Spain will know the answer – IBI is the Spanish equivalent of Council Tax in the UK. IBI stands for Impuesto Sobre Bienes Inmuebles (literally “tax on immovable goods” or real estate tax, also known as SUMA in some areas of Spain) and all property owners…

Registering your vehicle with DGT Tráfico – proof of address

If you’re buying a Spanish car or registering a foreign vehicle with the traffic authorities (DGT – Dirección General de Tráfico) in Spain you’ll need to provide proof of address. Depending on your circumstances, there are three ways to meet this requirement: Padrón Certificate – Certificado de empadronamiento By far the best way to prove…

Photographs for identity documents – how to get them right first time

The Upsticks guide to all things photos “A picture is worth a thousand words”, especially when applying for visa and identification documents. The photograph on any ID document is critically important, that’s why it’s essential that you make the effort to get the correct specification and format. Whether it’s for a new passport, visa, driving…

Padron – Las Chapas – Marbella – How and where to make an online appointment

https://youtu.be/LznJLP8Uihw In this article we explain how to make an online appointment to register on the Padron and get your Padron Certificate at the Las Chapas office of Marbella Town Hall. Good to know There are three other Town Hall offices in the Marbella district where you can register on the Padron; Nueva Andalucía, Marbella…